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18 Jun 2008, 09:23
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This is the running list of the current Sponsors. Help support TinBoats.net by supporting these guys first if you are shopping for similar products....
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Link for Boat Modifications! Please post yours!
by Jim » 14 May 2008, 09:25
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V-Boats:
MN Fisher's 1972 Alumacraft F-9 Lake Master project
Murphy67's 14ft Alumacraft Semi-V
Murphy67's Alumacraft Classic Deluxe project...
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I updated the list. If you have a project that is near completion and want it added to the master list, send me a PM. =D>
Thanks,
Jim
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Material Links for your conversion
by Bugpac » 30 Jan 2010, 23:31
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All links good, enough for tonight. Finish the rest later.
Post up your special materials links and well make a complete list. Ill edit them and add...
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RIVETS:
Jay-Cee Rivets online, buy a little or buy in bulk!
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EPOXY:
Basic 'water-proofing' epoxy for new wood transoms...
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Last post by DaleH 05 Jan 2021, 14:24
Jon boat and V boat conversions "Please read before posting"
by Jim » 27 Jul 2007, 11:26
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Please add your Jon boat conversion in this section. The more Conversions we get, the more resourceful this will become for all new people trying to...
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Friendly reminder Guys and Gals, This section is for modification and conversion threads only , If you have a specific question about a thread posted...
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Anyone running a Alumacraft 1436 with a Tohatsu 6HP? Top speed?
by fwman1 » 21 Jun 2022, 16:38
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Long story short, I have a virtually stock Alumacraft 1436 and a Tohatsu 5HP. I'm looking at spending $200 to upgrade to the 6HP carb.
Currently, I'm...
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For the kind and curious who have looked at this thread. I have ordered a Solas 7.8 x 7 prop for my engine. After going to the end of the internet...
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Last post by fwman1 27 Jun 2022, 20:25
1972 Alumacraft F-9 Lake Master
by MN Fisher » 22 Sep 2021, 11:14
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Purchased this last month. Since then I've been working on refurbishing the trailer.
Alumacraft Lake Master-1.jpg
Seller even had the original...
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Camera footage downloading to my computer now - be a bit before it's all edited.
Came across a couple minor issues:
1: Direction indicator on the TM...
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Last post by MN Fisher 27 Jun 2022, 14:07
1976 Mirrocraft Deep Fisherman project
by Salter » 27 Jun 2022, 12:37
I am in the process of rebuilding my boat from a slightly modified SW utility boat with bench seats and slotted fir decking to solid decks fore and...
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Last post by Salter 27 Jun 2022, 12:37
1985 Grumman 16' Aluminum Boat Restore
by Degn8er » 11 Jun 2022, 16:54
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Hello,
I am restoring a 1985 Grumman 16' Aluminum Boat and I am looking for people who are experienced in restores. I have a lot of time on my hands...
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Did you figure out if the etching primer needed another primer before a finish coat?
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Last post by LDUBS 26 Jun 2022, 19:17
SeaArk Rescue
by Tin Ark » 16 Dec 2021, 19:54
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Just picked up an 1872 SeaArk and it's a full out rescue project. Rather than documenting a rescue with photos, thought I'd start a YouTube channel...
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Day 23 update and progress !
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Last post by Tin Ark 26 Jun 2022, 15:23
70’s Starcraft 14’ Seafarer “By Golly”
by Makaw » 13 Jan 2022, 21:13
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Alright friends, it’s finally time to share my build! TinBoats has been a HUGE resource over the past few years, even prior to me getting this boat....
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Quick update. I've been quiet because I decided to pause the build so that I could just enjoy the boat for a bit. Even though it's not nearly...
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Last post by Makaw 24 Jun 2022, 16:13
J.'s Crawdad - XT
by JS60 » 09 Jun 2021, 21:39
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Here is how this little thing was acquired, Covered in several years of grunge and more than just a little brown spray-paint. #-o
Seats were...
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Added to the list! :beer:
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Last post by Jim 21 Jun 2022, 17:40
2001 Legend V151 - Green Ain't Good!
by Jfenny » 15 Dec 2021, 00:36
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So I picked this up about 5-6 years ago from a friend of the family and it has served me well for the deal I got on it. It's had some very minor...
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Just wanted to provide an update for those who've been so helpful. Unfortunately my timeline has changed dramatically, my father passed away in...
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Last post by Jfenny 20 Jun 2022, 22:31
86 Starcraft BASSV170 Rebuild/refit
by rcaircraftnut » 05 Jul 2019, 01:26
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Bought this Wednesday after work. Going to go pick it up tomorrow morning and bring it to the new shop. Hope to start teardown next week....
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That is a nice truck are you on gmsquarebody.com too?
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Last post by akboats 19 Jun 2022, 17:27
Starcraft seat - structure requirements
by rockfishnc » 19 Jun 2022, 10:45
Hello. Looking at buying a 1969 Starcraft 16' boat. Will use it primarily for crabbing and would like to have more open space to fit crab pots. It...
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Last post by rockfishnc 19 Jun 2022, 10:45
Tracker Tournament TX-17 Duck Boat Build
by hookedontronics » 30 Mar 2015, 19:54
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A couple years ago I picked up a very similar tracker and redid the entire boat. That build is linked here:
I said I'd never redo another boat...
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Got the new front hatch door in.
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Last post by hookedontronics 10 Jun 2022, 05:53
Mirrocraft deep V
by JohnnyCaps » 13 Dec 2021, 16:02
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Just about the start a restoration on a boat that has been in my family since 67. I have been using since 2000 with a 25hp tiller. Bought a 30hp with...
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Last post by JohnnyCaps 08 Jun 2022, 10:11
Sears Jon Boats
by crannman » 29 Oct 2020, 22:06
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Trying to find the year my Model 61113 Sears Jon Boat was made.
Pre-1972 so no HUll Identification Number HIN).
Went through spring and winter...
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New addition to my fleet! A gift from my my sister and brother in law. 1966 Sears 11’6” x 48”Gamefisher. Fixing old patches, banging out some dents,...
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Last post by crannman 07 Jun 2022, 06:50
Alumacraft V16 Modification
by JTE » 02 Jun 2022, 16:22
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Hey Everyone,
I'm a new member on the forum. I have a 1982 (I think) Alumacraft V16 that I bought last year. It's a sturdy boat and in great shape...
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Thanks for your advice. Yes I'm running a older Yamaha 40 hp tiller. I may skip the pedestal seat, keep the bench and deck over it. I may hollow it...
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Last post by JTE 03 Jun 2022, 11:56
John's River Jon
by FuzzyGrub » 01 Mar 2012, 20:50
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OK, the mild winter means I'll getting an earlier start to the project. I stared long and hard at her, for a number of months, time for the work to...
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Some pics with the new LEDs, and one in its native environment.
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Last post by FuzzyGrub 23 May 2022, 21:54
Is the foam in corners above deck needed?
by SAABologist » 20 May 2022, 13:41
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Hi, I am in the middle of replacing all the rotted wood in a 1987 16-foot MirroCraft Outfitter that I recently bought. Almost every piece of plywood...
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Last post by GYPSY400 23 May 2022, 12:22
Tracker Guide V14
by samuelh1987 » 19 Feb 2022, 20:29
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Hello, Been a long time follower on the forum but haven't been active for a long time. Got caught up in the kayak craze for about 5 years but a knee...
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Those Gamefisher boats were pretty common on our lakes way back when. Both my brother and my uncle had one. So, I got to do a lot of fishing out of...
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Last post by LDUBS 22 May 2022, 20:17
TRICKED TINS BUILDS
by Prowelder » 10 May 2022, 22:29
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Just wanted to share a couple of my favorite builds with the group! Follow me on youtube.com/trickedtins
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Leds
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Last post by Prowelder 21 May 2022, 08:40
Fisher Boat Project
by midtndeerhunter » 18 Apr 2022, 21:42
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Found the dreaded waterlogged foam and decided to drill out rivets and pull foam. Definitely water logged I almost have all out of the 2 larger...
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MidTNDeerhunter?
Every person who has responded so far has encouraged putting foam in.
You don't think you will.
uh...were you asking a question...
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Last post by Kismet 20 May 2022, 20:13
cuddy cabin - weather break & season stretcher
by tom q vaxy » 28 Jun 2021, 13:03
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would a low height (36 +/- over the gunnels) cuddy cabin render a flat bottom boat incontrollable?
if not, anyone have a link to some ideas? thanks
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This one can be a little interesting in a stiff headwind, but uncontrollable, no.
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Last post by mechmagcn 17 May 2022, 22:27
'87 Bluefin Sportsman 1700 Rebuild - Family Cruiser
by kofkorn » 24 Mar 2020, 16:56
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Hi All,
I'm looking at another rebuild. I've been looking for a bowrider for some time now that I can use with the family for tubing and cruising...
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Something that you could chuck in a drill. Problem is that bend looks pretty sharp. I was thinking one of those flexible fiberglass wire pullers (I...
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Last post by LDUBS 17 May 2022, 21:52
Fasteners to attach new floor to aluminum angle supports.
by RaisedByWolves » 24 Apr 2022, 13:40
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A couple years ago I ripped out the stock bench seats on my 14' mirrocraft and began putting in aluminum angle to build an elevated floor. Fast...
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This would be a good application for an aluminum screw.McMaster-Carr offers aluminum sheet metal screws.
m.w.
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Last post by muddywaders 15 May 2022, 23:37
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